2/10/2015 4:51:09 PM
GAME 1:
Georgia Highlands, JUCO, opened their home stand in terrific fashion on a walk off dinger by Nick Day (So, OF, Lynn, MA). Nick Day started his collegiate career at St. John's University.
Georgia Highlands got a solid start from Albert Harless (So, RHP, Dallas, GA). Harless ran his fastball up to 89, and pitched in the 87-89 range. Harless' fastball regularly had spin rates between 2450-2500 RPM, courtesy of TrackMan. He threw his slider in the mid 70s. Harless posses a large physical frame that could provide needed durability. He will be continuing his career next year at Columbus State.
Brandon Gonzalez (So, C, Dallas, GA) continued his hot hitting going 3-4 with a double.
Roane State's Jake McCollom (So, 1B, Gatllin, TN) led the charge offensively blasting a long homerun, and finished the day with 2 RBI's.
GAME 2:
Roane State, JUCO, split the day with Georgia Highlands by winning the second game 6-5.
Roane's Matt Smith (So, LHP, London, ON) dominated on the mound going 5.1 innings with 3 strikeouts. Smith pitched in the 82-85 range.